SaintNeil90 Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 ...as a great communicator, positive thinker and a motivator. Yet, Simon Peach & others in the media, says that there is a lack of communications between the board and players. Strange. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 It's not Krueger's job to talk to the players. That's for Reed and Poch. Sent from my LG-D802 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint in Paradise Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Don't forget that St Chalet saw through him the other night so perhaps RK isn't as good as some think ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucks Saint Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The media say that there is a lack of comms inside the club? oh, ok then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelman Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Of course the media are going to say that. They have no idea what is happening and might end up looking like complete tits if MP stays along with the some/most of the team who they seem to have sold five times over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedWillie Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The media are frustrated there is nothing to gossip about, so they (as usual ) just make it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The Week of Silence does suggest that communication isn't taking place in the club any more than it is to the outside world. If the players had been given any update its reasonable to assume there would have been a leak, (which may be why nothing is being communicated). But any updates would mean that previously stated positions had changed. If nothing has changed, the club could have said so. It is the silence that is fuelling the speculation and surely it would be for the Chairman to deal with that, not the owner or other board members. So far RK hasn't done anything to enhance his reputation or even to show he is necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
once_bitterne Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 I thought his official title was SFC Club Gladhander? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Professor Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The media are frustrated there is nothing to gossip about, so they (as usual ) just make it up. Of course they will, and the Board should know that as well as you and I. False stories could be countered by telling the truth, but if the truth would be unpalatable to the fans, that becomes more difficult. Inevitably then, silence will create even more speculation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The Week of Silence does suggest that communication isn't taking place in the club any more than it is to the outside world. If the players had been given any update its reasonable to assume there would have been a leak, (which may be why nothing is being communicated). But any updates would mean that previously stated positions had changed. If nothing has changed, the club could have said so. It is the silence that is fuelling the speculation and surely it would be for the Chairman to deal with that, not the owner or other board members. So far RK hasn't done anything to enhance his reputation or even to show he is necessary. What on earth do you want? Big Brother does SFC? It's not even 8 full days since the premier league trophy was presented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingsland Red Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Last week Lallana and Shaw were on a week's break before travelling out to Portugal for pre world cup training; Krueger was working for German TV and St Marys was probably a ghost town. No different from any other first week of the summer. Unfortunately the media still have to work and the Premier League is the new Royal Family for the open season of gossip and speculation for those that need their fix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The Week of Silence does suggest that communication isn't taking place in the club any more than it is to the outside world. If the players had been given any update its reasonable to assume there would have been a leak, (which may be why nothing is being communicated). But any updates would mean that previously stated positions had changed. If nothing has changed, the club could have said so. It is the silence that is fuelling the speculation and surely it would be for the Chairman to deal with that, not the owner or other board members. So far RK hasn't done anything to enhance his reputation or even to show he is necessary. Oh dear are you still going on you big baby? Put a sock in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotonist Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Krueger was working for German TV this sort of thing will take some getting used to. we've not had a part-time chairman before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotonist Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 this sort of thing will take some getting used to. we've not had a part-time chairman before. well not one with other conspicuous jobs anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicestersaint Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Of course NC was noted for his openness and transparent communications! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_ed Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The players are all on holiday or reporting for international duty. Why would anyone be calling them to let them know....I can assure you the fans are far more worried than the players are right now. In terms of public announcements, there is nothing to talk about. You are choosing to get swept up in the media hurricane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleysfc Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Of course NC was noted for his openness and transparent communications! This Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lallana's Left Peg Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The players are all on holiday or reporting for international duty. Why would anyone be calling them to let them know....I can assure you the fans are far more worried than the players are right now. In terms of public announcements, there is nothing to talk about. You are choosing to get swept up in the media hurricane. I would fully expect players to be informed of the clubs position when other teams bid GDP's of small nations for their services. In fact I suspect they are entirely aware of the buying clubs position but it would be unusual and unfair for Saints to leave them in the dark. If nothing they should just reiterate their position to them that they aren't for sale so the next round of transfers requests and leveraging can begin. My theory is that the club doesn't know what to do with players until they know who will be their Manager, and they can't sort that until Pochettino makes up his mind. A bit of a sorry state of affairs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jam Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Oh dear are you still going on you big baby? Put a sock in it. Professor's posts have often come across as a bit odd but he increasingly appears to be on a wind up lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Warrior Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Professor , you dont have a clue and neither do i on what is going on at the club . the club is no differnet from any private buisiness . I think you should consider demoting your self from professor to a more suitable title Have a nice day Prof Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Of course NC was noted for his openness and transparent communications! He was good with the players though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctoroncall Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The Week of Silence does suggest that communication isn't taking place in the club any more than it is to the outside world. If the players had been given any update its reasonable to assume there would have been a leak, (which may be why nothing is being communicated). But any updates would mean that previously stated positions had changed. If nothing has changed, the club could have said so. It is the silence that is fuelling the speculation and surely it would be for the Chairman to deal with that, not the owner or other board members. So far RK hasn't done anything to enhance his reputation or even to show he is necessary. I'm sure that drum of yours needs another beat, otherwise all you'll get is scorn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingdomCome Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 The Week of Silence does suggest that communication isn't taking place in the club any more than it is to the outside world. If the players had been given any update its reasonable to assume there would have been a leak, (which may be why nothing is being communicated). But any updates would mean that previously stated positions had changed. If nothing has changed, the club could have said so. It is the silence that is fuelling the speculation and surely it would be for the Chairman to deal with that, not the owner or other board members. So far RK hasn't done anything to enhance his reputation or even to show he is necessary. So you are saying that because there are no leaks, the players are being kept in the dark? Quite a leap there surely? The Chairman's job is to further the interests of the business, you could argue that ending speculation is part of that...however, I would suggest in light of recent "definitely moving" articles that the press would be unlikely to u-turn at the drop of a hat (or statement from RK). Obviously it would be unethical to discuss the particulars of a contract negotiation, so the best RK could do is state he intends to do all he can to keep MP. If that happened, I'm thinking the next headline would be "Saints in denial as Pochettino desperate for dream move to his beloved spurs". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostBoys Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 I do not think they have much to say at present until allegedly Pochettino advises them what he is going to do. The only analogy I can give is Katherina and Ralph swimming hard to keep their heads above water but with a few great white sharks about to try and take big lumps out of them. I think they may have been surprised at the ferocity of the media even if most of it is fabricated crap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Ralph "Hi Rickie, just to let you know we've had no bids in for anyone that we are going to even consider" Rickie "FFS Ralph, I'm sitting on the beach building Sandcastles with my kids, I AM allowed a week off" Ralph "Hi Rickie, sorry to bother you but just want you to know that we have had no approach for MP from Spurs" Rickie "FFS Ralph can I at LEAST rinse the sand off my kid's feet so we can go and get lunch" Ralph "Hi Rickie, look just an update, since we last spoke, we have had no offers that we are going to even consider for anyone" Rickie "FFS Ralph can we at least eat dessert? Tell you what, send ******* Sibley here to change nappies and then I can spend 20 hours a day listening to you tell me nothing. Oh and who the fark is paying all these roaming costs?" Think that's about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Chalet Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Don't forget that St Chalet saw through him the other night so perhaps RK isn't as good as some think ? I don't claim to be the ultimate authority on this by the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Don't forget that St Chalet saw through him the other night so perhaps RK isn't as good as some think ? Tongue firmly in cheek I hope! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Durman Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Ralph "Hi Rickie, just to let you know we've had no bids in for anyone that we are going to even consider" Rickie "FFS Ralph, I'm sitting on the beach building Sandcastles with my kids, I AM allowed a week off" Ralph "Hi Rickie, sorry to bother you but just want you to know that we have had no approach for MP from Spurs" Perfect. Put this way it makes everyone look very foolish. Rickie "FFS Ralph can I at LEAST rinse the sand off my kid's feet so we can go and get lunch" Ralph "Hi Rickie, look just an update, since we last spoke, we have had no offers that we are going to even consider for anyone" Rickie "FFS Ralph can we at least eat dessert? Tell you what, send ******* Sibley here to change nappies and then I can spend 20 hours a day listening to you tell me nothing. Oh and who the fark is paying all these roaming costs?" Think that's about it When there is news that affects people, then the relevant people will be informed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badgerx16 Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 When there is news that affects people, then the relevant people will be informed. What, surely not before this forum finds out ? Don't they realise that people's lives are 'on hold' and finger nails are being chewed away with the anxiety of it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuncanRG Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 There's probably as much communication as you'd expect. The issue is that players and fans expect more than is ultimately necessary when they see media discussing from outside. That's why stories are planted to unsettle players. That's how they manifest themselves. An unsettled player expects more from the club than they would if there was no media attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecuk268 Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 If nothing has changed, the club could have said so. It is the silence that is fuelling the speculation and surely it would be for the Chairman to deal with that, not the owner or other board members. So far RK hasn't done anything to enhance his reputation or even to show he is necessary. So, how often should we be told that nothing has changed? Every day? Every hour? Every 10 minutes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pap Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 In football, Adam Lallana's move to Liverpool looks increasingly likely after the talented young striker discovered that the city is the home to Sayers the Bakers. Adam has shockingly claimed "It's nice to have an alternative from Greggs", according sources close to the England international. There has been no comment from Southampton Chairman Ralph Krueger on this crucial development. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint George Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 "great communicator, positive thinker and a motivator". is how Krueger describes himself, can't say I've heard anyone else call him that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Of course NC was noted for his openness and transparent communications! Mmm, well at least he didn't promise to deliver and then not deliver. Words mean nothing unless there's some substance - my view so far is Mr K is all air and very little substance. We're on the verge of losing the best players and our most successful Manager and the cost of my ST has risen. How should we judge him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 (edited) Mmm, well at least he didn't promise to deliver and then not deliver. Words mean nothing unless there's some substance - my view so far is Mr K is all air and very little substance. We're on the verge of losing the best players and our most successful Manager and the cost of my ST has risen. How should we judge him? Who's the prospective manager under discussion - revealing this in no way incriminates your 'source'? Otherwise I'll safely assume you're talking rubbish. Edited 19 May, 2014 by shurlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COMEONYOUREDS Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 You could wait until something actually happens before judging him perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Who's the prospective manager under discussion - revealing this in no way incriminates your 'source'? I wanted to see if anyone else had heard the same before mentioning anything more TBH. Let's just say for now that the surname starts with a P! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 You could wait until something actually happens before judging him perhaps? It's a fair comment, however having been fleeced by the likes of Lowe for so many years I'm particularly 'sensitive' to hearing rumours that our best players are being sold AFTER I've forked out on a new ST. Not sure there's the supposed transparency going on that Ralph would like us to believe TBH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 I wanted to see if anyone else had heard the same before mentioning anything more TBH. Let's just say for now that the surname starts with a P! Pellegrini. Exciting news, cheers for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Pellegrini. Exciting news, cheers for sharing. LOL. If only... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 PULIS!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 It's not Krueger's job to talk to the players. That's for Reed and Poch. Sent from my LG-D802 using Tapatalk This is as short sighted as it is stupid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Allerdyce. Would be f*cking hilarious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Mmm, well at least he didn't promise to deliver and then not deliver. Words mean nothing unless there's some substance - my view so far is Mr K is all air and very little substance. We're on the verge of losing the best players and our most successful Manager and the cost of my ST has risen. How should we judge him? What has RK failed to deliver exactly ? I have my opinions in regards the board when it comes to future progression and ambition but so far I have nothing to base that on but my own conjecture. He hasnt failed with anything yet, and we dont know if we are on the 'verge' of losing anyone yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 This is as short sighted as it is stupid Are you forgetting Les Reeds statement already.... "As you know I am member of the board and director of the club and my responsibility is football. Currently I am responsible for transfers, I’m responsible for contract negotiations and all of those board level football matters that the club is involved in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeintheslowlane Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Jeez how long is the closed season...this is only the second week! There are going to be a lot of casualties on this forum before the new season starts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Are you forgetting Les Reeds statement already.... No, but to say its not the chairman of the clubs responsibility to talk to the players is pretty rediculous, it really will be his responsibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COMEONYOUREDS Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 It's a fair comment, however having been fleeced by the likes of Lowe for so many years I'm particularly 'sensitive' to hearing rumours that our best players are being sold AFTER I've forked out on a new ST. Not sure there's the supposed transparency going on that Ralph would like us to believe TBH. Fair enough, thats a reasonable point of view. I just think 8 days from season end is a bit early to start judging people when they're all probably enjoying a much deserved week off. You have until the end of the month to renew, I've not renewed mine yet partly due to the rumours and partly due to me being a tight git and withholding my cash for as long as possible. Tbh I had a season ticket in div 3, so I'm not going to not renew just because we sell a few players Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COMEONYOUREDS Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 Pardew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_kev Posted 19 May, 2014 Share Posted 19 May, 2014 I'm guessing things have been pretty busy sorting out and informing the 'released and retained' list, then the tedious business of sacking a couple of staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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